Python or Anaconda???

[VaderSnipes]

I've been playing for a while now and have brought the beluga liner and fully upgraded it. I'm wanting a combat ship for my next purchase. I currently have 100 million credits saved up. Would it be better for me to buy the python or spend more time saving up for the anaconda ??

[Blackfyre]

Krait MK II is better than the Python, but the Anaconda is a big jump from a python.
It will cost 4 x as much for everything. The Anaconda is a great ship though, but I am not a huge python fan, except that it can land on Medium landing pads.

Should probably also consider what role this ship is actually going to be used for.
Have a look at the Krait aswell, you might consider it better for your purpose.

[Greg]

LOL I knew it. Before I could finish my posts this guy is already pupuing the Python.


Both. They are brothers in the multi role class. They can do it all. Python is a medium ship that can land anywhere and can do it all including combat if you are an experienced combat pilot in a medium ship and don't go over your head. Anaconda is the big daddy. Not as good as the Vette in combat, a little more maneuverable than the Cutter but you will feel safe in it and it can do anything it wants except land on a medium pad. Both ships can fight, run cargo, mine and the Conda is the big daddy of the jump ships.

My advice is start with the python and use it to gain credits for the Anaconda. If you do it right you will keep both ships for life.\

You will surely get arguments about my reply but if you think about want you want and it is to play all aspects of the game...these are your ships.

[NightGuy_09]

Originally posted by VaderSnipes:

I've been playing for a while now and have brought the beluga liner and fully upgraded it. I'm wanting a combat ship for my next purchase. I currently have 100 million credits saved up. Would it be better for me to buy the python or spend more time saving up for the anaconda ??

I'm with greg on this one you can't go wrong with either or, but just remember to always have the rebuy money

[Kinring]

Both are great ships, but if you have a budget of 100mil I would say the Python will give you more bang for your buck. I'm not sure you would be able to effectively outfit a Conda for combat on a 100mil budget. Outfitting a Conda can get quite expensive. My python is valued at approx. 85mil and my Conda is valued at approx. 261mil. Both are outfitted for multi purpose. sort of trader/explorer, but armed enough to handle npc pirates with ease.

I would say get a Python set it up for opal mining. spend a day or two doing that, and you'll have enough cash to outfit anything you want, with plenty left over for multiple rebuys.

I have a Krait MkII set up for deep core mining, that cost approx. 85mil to kit out. It's engineered just enough to hit 40ly jump range empty. It has 128 tons of cargo space. My last haul of mixed diamonds, opals, and whatever else that was in the the hold sold for just over 150mil.

The Krait has one less optional slot than the Python, which means I usually fly without advanced sensors or a fuel scoop. I usually leave the scoop at the nearest station, and take sensors with me to probe the rings, then I switch back to the scoop, when I'm full, or ready to sell. If I was smarter I would buy a second Python for the mining, and sell the Krait or repurpose it, but I like the view from the Krait's cockpit.

[Blackfyre]

I didn't mean to rubbish the Python, I was just a little disappointed when I got mine. I was hoping for more I guess..... But that doesn't mean it's a bad ship at all. Better than a lot of other stuff for sure...

[fnberger]

Please be aware that the Python is a multirole ship, not a combat only. And 100 mil will not get you an A-graded boat, better have 150 ready. example build: https://s.orbis.zone/26-r
You may want to get a vulture for combat, and still have money for rebuys.

[Agony_Aunt]

Originally posted by VaderSnipes:

I've been playing for a while now and have brought the beluga liner and fully upgraded it. I'm wanting a combat ship for my next purchase. I currently have 100 million credits saved up. Would it be better for me to buy the python or spend more time saving up for the anaconda ??

Just refit the Beluga ;)

Slap some military hull on there, SCBs, HRPs, MRPs, engineer for integrity, sturdy turreted MCs, get a SLF, and job done.

[/me]

Originally posted by Agony_Aunt:

Originally posted by VaderSnipes:

I've been playing for a while now and have brought the beluga liner and fully upgraded it. I'm wanting a combat ship for my next purchase. I currently have 100 million credits saved up. Would it be better for me to buy the python or spend more time saving up for the anaconda ??

Just refit the Beluga ;)

Slap some military hull on there, SCBs, HRPs, MRPs, engineer for integrity, sturdy turreted MCs, get a SLF, and job done.

Wait a minute.... you're not recommending a Cobra? Do you feel alright? :))


To OP: With your budget you better forget the Conda - for now. Don't let the Krait-Faction fool you the Python is a great ship! In my opinion it's the best medium multipurpose ship. But they do have a point, Krait is slightly better suited for combat.

So if you're looking for a combat ship in your pricerange my recommendations would be:
- Krait Mk II (A-Grading will exceed your budget)
- Alliance Chieftain or one of its sister ships
- FDL (A-Grading will exceed your budget)
- on of the federation ships if you have the rank
- Mamba (same as FDL and Krait)

Krait Phantom, Mamba and Python can be good combat ships too, but they are not exactly the majorities favorites.

[josh5813]

Buy a Imperial Cutter. The shields on that ship are insane and overpowered as f***. You can literally slam into a planet at full speed and not have your shields broken.

[Dolphin Bottlenose]

Originally posted by josh5813:

You can literally slam into a planet at full speed and not have your shields broken.

But don't do that in Sol system, please. There is already one missing planet between Mars and Jupiter. Guess why?..

[/me]

Originally posted by Dolphin Bottlenose:

Originally posted by josh5813:

You can literally slam into a planet at full speed and not have your shields broken.

But don't do that in Sol system, please. There is already one missing planet between Mars and Jupiter. Guess why?..

sorry..... that was by accident. I'll tell you where it is when i found it.

[xPEDx]

Save your cash for now, a conda can go over 400 mill to fit and buy, It sure is a beast and even has a fighter bay too, The python is good at most but i wouldnt really use one for combat when there are ships that can run rings around her with ease , it has good weapons and placements but cant turn with the eagles, (unless you are a pro, and know how to use fa off.) python can go anywhere , conda can not. Make the conda your goal, but make the cash with a smaller ship, I would recommend the FGS for combat or krait 2.

[Dolphin Bottlenose]

Originally posted by /me:

sorry..... that was by accident. I'll tell you where it is when i found it.

Oh, it's still there. It just needs some glue and duct tape. Lots of it!

[/me]

Originally posted by Dolphin Bottlenose:

Originally posted by /me:

sorry..... that was by accident. I'll tell you where it is when i found it.

Oh, it's still there. It just needs some glue and duct tape. Lots of it!

Speaking of.... there is no commodity which could be categorized as adhesive - or do i simply overlook it?

[Articulate Llama]

Krait II or FDl if you want a combat ship.

Anaconda is versatile, but doesnt excel well in any area other than maybe jump range. Hardpoint placement for combat is crap especially.